MFGT 1250 - Basic Electricity for Manufacturing, Power and Process

6.0 Credits

Through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, coaching and problem solving, students learn and apply general electrical theory used in manufacturing, process, and power industries. Students study electron theory as it relates to ac and dc circuits. Students study various circuits, resistance, capacitance, inductance, symbols, and wiring diagrams. Lab assignments allow students to demonstrate an understanding of electrical theory, measuring, and control devices. The course emphasizes safety, as students are working with actual controls and voltages.

Lecture Hours: 5.0
Lab Hours: 3.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Students will define terms used in basic electric circuits.
Students will demonstrate safety procedures in working with electrical circuits.
Students will explain and apply direct current (DC) concepts, laws, and perform calculations and measurements on live circuits.
Students will explain and apply alternating current (AC) concepts, laws, and perform calculations and measurements on live circuits.
Students will demonstrate the proper use of measuring devices used to check electric circuits.
Students will identify electrical components and devices.
Students will calculate wire size and loads for electric circuits.
Students will understand transformer theory, types and operation.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of various types of wiring diagrams.
Students will demonstrate the ability to wire and connect electric circuits following wiring diagrams.
Students will demonstrate processes and procedures used to troubleshoot electric circuits.
Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of electronic theory including semiconductors, diodes and transistors.

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